At Secutech 2024, a wide variety of leading industry stakeholders gathered to witness the further development of smart applications and products. Ms Regina Tsai, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch, spoke at the fair’s conclusion: “Secutech is a crucial link for the development of the security industry, connecting Taiwan, Asia-Pacific and the world, and has evolved into a platform where business and innovation intersect. Across three engaging days, we have witnessed the widespread application of smart security solutions in various sectors such as smart railway, logistics, disaster prevention, storage, hospitality, security, hotels and more, with numerous opportunities for cross-sector collaboration.”
Delivering the opening remarks on the first day of show, Mr Cheng Wen-Tsan, Taiwanese Vice Premier of Executive Yuan said: “Security and resilience are ever-evolving industries, with a continuous stream of innovative technologies emerging, such as AI, loT and other disaster prevention technologies. I believe Secutech will introduce numerous innovations to the security industry and offer new solutions that can benefit cities and countries worldwide.”
Secutech consistently draws a range of international exhibitors and buyers. At this edition, among the top visiting countries were China, Indonesia, Japan, Singapore, Thailand and the US. Exhibitors hailing from China, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Taiwan, the UK, the US, and more showcased their wide range of intelligent solutions, with many booths benefitting from the strong visitor flow. Buyers were particularly intrigued by several standout features, such as surveillance automation systems, platform reliability software, smart parking system management, and video fire detection systems. Moreover, the presence of 10 dedicated pavilions, led by industry powerhouses, served as focal points for various industries including transportation, smart home & building, smart factory, and fire & safety. This facilitated the seamless sourcing of products and solutions across vertical markets.
Complementing the trade platform, 124 seminars helped industry players expand their understanding of market developments, covering six major areas: Security, Industrial Safety, Fire Safety and Disaster Prevention, Smart Building, Smart Transportation and Smart Mobility Solutions. In one particular highlight, industry experts from Taiwan, Japan and the Philippines discussed technology integration aimed at enhancing disaster response at the “2024 Asia Disaster Prevention Forum”.
Exhibitors’ comments
“Our products include smart door access control systems and smart door locks, serving the commercial market in airports, hospitals, schools, and government buildings. We participate with the aim to promote our brand and attract customers from Taiwan and around the world. This time, we connected with many buyers from Spain, Japan, the Philippines, and Eastern Europe. The concurrent events also facilitated valuable discussions and potential collaborations with exhibitors from different fields. We will definitely continue to participate in Secutech!"
Mr Mike Shen, General Manager, I-TEK, Taiwan
“This is our first time exhibiting at Secutech, attracted by its stellar reputation. Our goal is to increase our company visibility and showcase our new products to a broader customer base. The number of active and goal-oriented visitors exceeded my expectations, with some showing strong intention to cooperate. The fair’s strength lies in providing a hands-on experience for visitors, allowing them to personally engage with the products. Secutech not only attracts participants from the fire protection field but also fosters cross-industry collaboration, making it an ideal platform.”
Mr Tom Ni, Fire Protection Engineer, Nohmi Taiwan Ltd
“We have participated at every edition of Secutech, and our company has grown alongside this fair. Secutech is a prominent platform for manufacturers to showcase their products and services. In the security industry, the significance of AI technology continues to rise. We provide customised solutions for customers and our booth has been very busy throughout, mainly with buyers from abroad, including India, Indonesia, Japan, Singapore, and the UK, primarily comprising project managers and wholesalers, which is precisely our target customer group.”
Mr Morris Fan, Manager, Hi Sharp Electronics Co Ltd, Taiwan
“Participating at Secutech helps us reinforce our committed presence in the region, particularly Taiwan, and the fair is a central hub for connecting with partners from Southeast Asia and beyond. It's not only about meeting new contacts; many existing partners also visit us and explore Taiwan. Having attended other trade fairs around the world, Secutech stands out with its broad offerings and innovations. More importantly, it offers a cost-effective return on investment. I'm confident that we'll return for future editions of the show.”
Mr James Cox, VP Business Development, Network Optix, USA
Visitors’ comments
“Digitalisation is a key focus, and the security industry is undergoing a technology-driven transformation. Our members from Singapore are keen to participate and benefit from these trends. Attending this fair has been beneficial for sourcing and building relationships, as face-to-face meetings are crucial for establishing personal connections and fostering collaboration. We greatly appreciate the warm hospitality extended through the buyer programme, and are confident that our relationship with Secutech will continue to strengthen in the future."
Mr Jason Kurek, President, The Security Solutions Association of Singapore
“We are a system integration company in Myanmar, specialising in government and banking sector projects. This is our first time participating at Secutech – we aim to source innovative solutions for our upcoming project, specifically seeking cameras integrated with AI technology. These cameras are crucial for smart development and enhancing law enforcement regulations for road and vehicle controls. We were pleased to find a wide range of these products at the fair and had productive discussions with high-quality manufacturers who can provide the solutions and cameras we require.”
Mr Threin Htun, Managing Director, Trustlink Company Ltd
“It's truly exhilarating to be back at Secutech, reconnecting with industry friends and engaging with security system companies that develop innovative solutions. The overall quality of exhibitors has significantly improved, with a notable shift towards more advanced solutions, particularly in AI and software. I see significant growth opportunities in the security market, especially in our home country of Indonesia, where innovation is on the rise.”
Mr Stefanus Ronald Juanto, Chairman of Indonesian Security System Industry Association (AISKINDO)
Speaker’s insight
“In recent years, Taiwan has faced frequent disasters. Through this disaster prevention forum, our aim is to strengthen cooperation, foster a deeper understanding and raise awareness among industry players in Taiwan, regarding the mitigation of natural disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis. At the same time, I am also excited about the potential for technology and disaster prevention exchanges with Taiwan and eagerly look forward to engaging in such collaboration.”
Mr Makoto Ebuchi, Deputy Director General, Department of Disaster Management, Kochi Prefectural Government, Japan
Secutech is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch and is part of a global network of Safety Security and Fire trade fairs. For more details, please visit www.secutech.com. Alternatively, please call Mr Jason Cheng at +886 2 8729 1015, or send an email to jason.cheng@taiwan.messefrankfurt.com.
Safety and security are increasingly important basic needs and, therefore, stand for a growing global market. With ten trade fairs, congresses and forums around the world, Messe Frankfurt brings together demand and supply worldwide with progressive, connected products, applications and services focusing on commercial security and the protection of buildings, spaces and people. The Safety, Security & Fire business cluster offers access to the dynamic markets of the Arabian Peninsula, Asia, Europe and South America.
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Background information on Messe Frankfurt
The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,300* people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28* subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2023 were more than € 600* million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services.
Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity. For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability
With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent). For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com
* Preliminary figures for 2023
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